The Beaufort Co. Sheriff's Office says it happened Monday afternoon on Dulamo Rd. on St. Helena Island. Deputies say they responded to a gunshot victim at a residence.

When deputies arrived, they say they learned a man was hurt by an unknown person with a shotgun while the man was sitting outside on his porch. The victim was taken to the hospital for multiple wounds by shotgun pellets. That man was released from the hospital late Monday afternoon.

Beaufort Co. deputies have not identified the suspect yet. If you have any information that could help authorities, call the South Carolina Crimestoppers line at 1-888-CRIME-SC. You can remain anonymous and might qualify for a possible reward. You're also urged to call Beaufort Co. Sgt. Adam Draisen at 843-255-3409.